DemographicsAccording to the 2010 census, there were 2,719 people living in Mountain View, including 1,151 households and 690 families residing in the city.

Of the households, 31.9 percent had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.3 percent were married couples living together. The average household size was 2.28 and the average family size was 2.92.

The median age in the city was 39 years, with 24.8 percent of residents under the age of 18; 9.2 percent between the ages of 18 and 24; 22.3 percent from 25 to 44; 21.5 percent from 45 to 64; and 22.2 percent 65 years of age or older.

Climate

Coldest Month: January (high-34, low-20)

Hottest Month: July (high-89, low-65)

Driest Month: January (normal rain fall- 1.9″)

Wettest Month: May (normal rain fall – 5.2″)

Annual Average Precipitation: Rain – 41″, Snow – 13.5″

Communications

Telephone Service: CenturyLink

Cable TV: Yes

Radio Stations: two radio station groups with over five radio stations

Newspapers: three local newspapers

Post Office

Financial Services

Landmark Bank

105 W 6th St, Mountain View, MO 65548

(417) 934-2033

West Plains Bank & Trust

607 N Elm St, Mountain View, MO 65548

(417) 934-1047

Local sawmill

Major Employers

Employer

Product

Employees

Mountain View Fab

Vending Machines

215

Mountain View Schools

Education

200

Smith Flooring

Hardwood

110

Mountain View Health Care

Nursing Home

105

Mercy St. Francis Hospital

Medical Services

100

Walmart #871

Department Store

88

City of Mountain View

Government Services

67

McDonald's

Fast Food

65

SchoolsMountain View is home to the Mountain View-Birch Tree R-III School District and the Southwest Baptist University-Mountain View campus. Education is a priority here, and students of all ages, from preschool to senior adult, have the opportunity to grow academically. Click here to learn more about our community’s education emphasis and opportunities.

Health CareMountain View boasts a hospital, skilled and assisted living facilities and local health care clinics. We are also served by a local dentist, optometrist and chiropractor as well as two pharmacies. Click here to learn more about health care in Mountain View.

Community ServicesOur community is proud of our 22,000 sq. ft. Family Youth Center facility. Our local library features a large selection of books, technology center and special children’s area. Our local airport offers a full-service facility and 5,000 foot runway. Click here to learn more about the services our community.